In this empowering episode of Pockets of Knowledge, host Desiree Stanley welcomes Suzy Wraines, founder of Starting a Business Simplified and a certified trauma energetics coach. Suzy shares her transformational journey from corporate roles and military service to entrepreneurship, revealing the challenges she faced while launching her own business—and the lessons she now teaches to help others start with confidence.
Suzy discusses the missing pieces in traditional business advice, particularly for solopreneurs who don’t have a corporate team behind them. She explains how past experiences, subconscious beliefs, and even trauma can create roadblocks in entrepreneurship, leading to self-sabotage and fear around money and success. Through her coaching and mentorship, she helps new business owners uncover and heal the limiting beliefs that prevent them from thriving.
This episode is packed with practical strategies for anyone considering starting a business or struggling to gain momentum. Suzy emphasizes the power of intention and energy, sharing her best tips on clarifying your business idea, overcoming limiting beliefs, and taking aligned action. She also introduces the Higher Purpose Entrepreneur Community, where entrepreneurs can connect with like-minded individuals and build confidence in a supportive environment.
If you’ve hesitated to leap into entrepreneurship or feel stuck in your business growth, this episode will inspire you to move forward with clarity and confidence. With warmth and insight, Suzy reminds us that starting a business is more than just strategy—it’s about personal growth and transformation.

Bio:
Introducing Suzy Wraines, a trailblazer in the world of entrepreneurship and a passionate advocate for medical professionals looking to transition into business ownership. With years of experience guiding entrepreneurs from the structured environment of healthcare into the dynamic realm of business, Suzy combines her extensive corporate and medical background with her deep understanding of mindset and personal growth.
As the founder of Starting a Business Simplified and a certified Trauma Energetics Coach, Suzy is dedicated to helping others overcome limiting beliefs and succeed on their own terms.
My mission is to help people turn their professional expertise into thriving businesses, just as I did after healing from my own trauma. I’m eager to share my journey and the lessons I’ve learned as a guest on podcasts focused on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and career transitions. I believe that with the right support and a commitment to healing, anyone can have success on their own terms—and I’m here to help make that happen.

Connect with Suzy:
Website: https://www.startingabusinesssimplified.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingabusinesssimplified
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzywraines/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@startingabusinesssimplified

Resources:
https://www.startingabusinesssimplified.com/newsletter
Higher Purpose Entrepreneur Community:
https://www.skool.com/higherpurposeentrepreneur/about

Books:
Discovering Something Greater: Find Joy, Purpose, and Fulfillment on Your Terms Paperback by Mary Reiss Farias (Author), Kristin Gudenkauf (Author), Kimberly Crossland (Author), Casie Rendon – https://amzn.to/3YiVsIi
Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by David R. Hawkins – https://amzn.to/4e6zEoV
Michael Singer
Wayne Dyer

Podcasts:
⁠Ep. 1 Crystalizing Your Business Vision: Defining the Service You Want to Offer – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1-crystalizing-your-business-vision-defining-the/id1661801445?i=1000598310426⁠
Starting a Business Simplified with Suzy Wraines – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/starting-a-business-simplified-for-higher-purpose/id1661801445
Pockets of Knowledge Podcast hosted by Desiree Stanley – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pockets-of-knowledge/id1647662137
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